Senior Developer Teamsport Footwear

PUMA Group Herzogenaurach

Stellenbeschreibung:

Senior Developer Teamsport Footwear role at PUMA Group. Apply online.

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Overview

Own the end-to-end product development process, from initial design through confirmation, ensuring technical feasibility and performance

Act as the key technical partner to Design and Product Line Management, translating creative concepts into innovative, manufacturable solutions

Mentor and guide the Development team, fostering knowledge-sharing and professional growth

Drive material and construction innovation, working closely with suppliers to improve performance and sustainability

Evaluate prototypes and approve Red Tag samples, ensuring they meet functional, aesthetic, and cost targets

Translate athlete and performance feedback into actionable improvements across the development cycle

Lead collaboration with cross-functional partners, including Sourcing, Sustainability, and Testing, to deliver against key milestones

Assess supplier capabilities and lead onboarding for performance-driven projects and innovations

Domestic and international travel required (approx. 20%).

Qualifications

University degree in Footwear Technology, Engineering, or related field

Extensive experience in end-to-end footwear product development

Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills

In-depth material knowledge and passion for innovation

Proactive and organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently

Excellent communication, intercultural competence, and strategic mindset

Team-oriented, resilient, and confident under pressure

Experience with sustainability, innovation, and IP processes is a strong advantage

Fluent in English; German and/or Mandarin is a plus

Willingness to travel internationally

PUMA supports over 19,000 employees across 120+ countries. The PUMA Group owns the brand PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany.

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.